What Glorious City Will Pay People to Lose Weight?

Citizens in Dubai who sign up for a new 30-day challenge will receive a gram of gold for each kilogram (roughly two pounds) they lose. Those who join in must lose at lose two kilograms and there's no maximum, meaning extreme weight losers could really hit the jackpot.

Each gram of gold is worth between $40 and $45, so anyone who takes part can ostensibly use the money they earn to treat themselves to a new, more form-fitting wardrobe.